Career Education

The University of Cincinnati has the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs in the world. We invented cooperative education in 1906; each year more than 3,500 students participate in co-op, and our program consistently ranks in the top 20 nationwide.

But we're more than just co-op.

We're building on that foundation to make paid, supervised, major-related work experience and self-reflection integral to the education of every baccalaureate student. At the same time, we prepare students for the world of work with professional development courses, coaching and career services.

For students, this means graduating with a degree, a resume and a plan for your future.

For companies and organizations, this means a wealth of talent is available here and eager to work with you in a variety of traditional and non-traditional arrangements. We'll help you find what works best for you and continue to support you in a long-term relationship with the University.

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Distinguished UC professor receives career achievement...

July 3, 2025

The College of Arts and Sciences Research Professor Gail Fairhurst was awarded an International Communications Association (ICA) Career Achievement Award. The Steve Chaffee Career Achievement Award goes to theoretical development or research related to communication studies. The ICA created the award in 2000 for its namesake, Steven H. Chaffee, who was a trailblazing scholar in journalism and communications academia.

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Pint-size pioneer ‘Dora the Explorer’ celebrates her 25th

July 2, 2025

Erynn Casanova, head of the Department of Sociology at the University of Cincinnati who conducted early research on Latino representation in children’s television, was cited in an Associated Press (AP) article on the role "Dora the Explorer" played in popular culture.

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